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Running a full marathon is still the classic test for any runner. 26.2 miles (42km) is short enough to be achievable by most people - after a lot of hard training - but definitely long enough and tough enough to make it one of life's most memorable experiences.

From small, locally organised marathons, to the biggest races on the globe, attracting tens of thousands of runners, the Find a Race event calendar lists over 200 marathons every year all over the UK and beyond. So whether you’re looking for your nearest trail marathon or the buzz of a big-city road-race, check out our comprehensive 2026 - 2027 marathon list below: and hit the “Refine” button above to tailor your search.

Looking for a marathon outside the UK? Check out our list of International Marathons. If 26.2 miles doesn't feel tough enough, think about trying a challenging Ultra Marathon. And if you're not quite ready for a Full Marathon yet? See our Half Marathon Calendar.


Fancy an active trip away? Check out our Running Holidays page which lists international running trips and breaks. Or if you're looking for a great running challenge that you can take part in from anywhere, check out our virtual running events.

Marathons 2026 - 2027

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Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri

Caernarfon, Gwynedd
Sat 11 Jul 26 - Sun 12 Jul 26
£33.99 - £99.99
4.8
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Wörthersee Marathon

Klagenfurt am Wörthersee
Sun 27 Sep 26
£99.00
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Altra Kielder Marathon Weekend 2026

Hexham, Northumberland
Sat 03 Oct 26 - Sun 04 Oct 26
£8.00 - £70.00
3.7
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MBNA Chester Marathon

Chester, Cheshire
Sun 11 Oct 26
£68.70

The 7 Deadly Sins 7in7

Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
Mon 11 Jan 27 - Sun 17 Jan 27
£155.00 - £195.00

The Slothful Run

Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
Mon 11 Jan 27
£25.00 - £39.00

The Proud Run

Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
Tue 12 Jan 27
£25.00 - £39.00

The Lusty Run

Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
Wed 13 Jan 27
£25.00 - £39.00

The Angry Run

Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
Thu 14 Jan 27
£25.00 - £39.00

The Gluttonous Run

Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
Fri 15 Jan 27
£25.00 - £39.00

Running Tribe Races

Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , SL9 9QX.
Sat 16 Jan 27
£38.69

The Clumber Lakeside – Winter 2027 – Day One

Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Sat 16 Jan 27
£41.50
5.0

The Greedy Run

Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
Sat 16 Jan 27
£25.00 - £39.00

Windmill Way Wander - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Sat 16 Jan 27
£29.00 - £38.00
4.8

The Clumber Lakeside - Winter 2027 - Day Two

Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Sun 17 Jan 27
£41.50
5.0

The Envious Run

Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
Sun 17 Jan 27
£25.00 - £39.00

Running Tribe Races

Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , SL9 9QX.
Sun 17 Jan 27
£38.69

Crocodile Challenge

Ryton Pools Country Park, Coventry
Thu 21 Jan 27
£40.00

PAGAN TRAILS

Newton Abbot, Devon
Sat 23 Jan 27
£52.00 - £82.00

OMG (One Mile 2 Go) Run - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon & Ultra Marathon

Bawsey Country Park, PE32 1EP
Sat 23 Jan 27
£29.00 - £38.00
5.0

Dalby Forest Headtorch Challenge

Visitors Centre, Dalby Forest Dr, Low Dalby, Pickering YO18 7LT
Sat 23 Jan 27
£20.90

Running Tribe Races

Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , SL9 9QX.
Sun 24 Jan 27
£38.69

Running Tribe Races

Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , SL9 9QX.
Sun 31 Jan 27
£38.69

Quadzilla 4 Marathons in 4 Days

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Thu 04 Feb 27 - Sun 07 Feb 27
£219.00

Run for Cake: 5K,10K, HALF MARATHON, FULL MARATHON & ULTRA-MARATHON

Ferry Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UU
Sun 07 Feb 27
£35.00 - £38.00
5.0

Running Tribe Races

Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , SL9 9QX.
Sun 07 Feb 27
£37.00

My Funny Valentine

Southbourne Beach, Bournemouth, Dorset
Sun 14 Feb 27
£42.13

Running Tribe Races

Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , SL9 9QX.
Sun 14 Feb 27
£38.69

Running Tribe Races

Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , SL9 9QX.
Sat 20 Feb 27
£38.69

BigMud Trails (EARTH)

Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Gravel Hill, Horndean, PO8 0QE
Sun 21 Feb 27
£46.90 - £69.19

Running Tribe Races

Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , SL9 9QX.
Sun 21 Feb 27
£38.69

Zig Zag Running Thetford Festival of Running

High Lodge, Thetford Forest, Brandon, IP27 0AF
Sun 21 Feb 27
£29.00 - £38.00

Dune Desert Marathon Morocco

Et-Taous, Errachidia
Sun 21 Feb 27
£25.00

The Butterfly Effect – Chalkhill Blue

Heanor, Derbyshire
Sun 28 Feb 27
£41.50
5.0

St David's Day Dragon Run 2027

Dare Valley Country Park, Dare, Aberdare, Wales, CF44 7PS
Sun 28 Feb 27
£18.00 - £35.00

Kingston Break-fest Run 8, 16 & 20mile

Kingston upon Thames, Greater London
Sun 07 Mar 27
£29.50 - £36.50
4.5

Wight Riot

Hurst Rd, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0PY
Sun 07 Mar 27
£42.13

Enigma Week At the Knees

Milton Keynes
Mon 08 Mar 27 - Sun 14 Mar 27
£39.99 - £270.00

Moo-rathon, Calf and Hen K

Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford, SG9 0RU
Sat 13 Mar 27
£29.00 - £38.00

Pierrepont Plod - Spring 2027

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Sun 14 Mar 27
£41.50
4.9

The Ultra Loop - Run As Many 5km Loops As You Can in 8 hours

Manchester, Lancashire
Sat 20 Mar 27 - Sun 21 Mar 27
£36.00 - £60.00
5.0

Winter's End

Winchester Athletics Track, Bar End, Winchester, SO23 0QA
Sat 20 Mar 27
£61.76 - £108.46

Running Tribe Races

Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , SL9 9QX.
Sat 20 Mar 27
£38.69

Zig Zag Challenge

High Lodge, Thetford Forest, Brandon, IP27 0AF
Sun 21 Mar 27
£35.00 - £38.00
5.0
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How long do you train for a marathon?

The typical training duration for a marathon is usually around 16 to 20 weeks. During this period, runners focus on gradually preparing their hearts, muscles, and mind for the physical and mental demands of the race. It is crucial to follow a well-structured training plan that gradually increases the intensity, allowing for improvements in fitness and endurance.

Marathon events shouldn’t be taken lightly - training should last around 16-20 weeks to allow the body to gradually improve cardiovascular fitness, strengthen muscles and learn how to mentally manage a long-distance run. As a rough guide, you should be looking to run 4 or 5 days a week logging around 45 miles. Your training runs will never be quite as long as the full race and it is a great idea to incorporate cross-training to help build speed and endurance.

How long will it take me to run a marathon?

In 2022 the average male finish time for the London marathon was 4hr 21 minutes with the average female finish time only just behind this at 4hr 57 minutes. For many marathon runners, a great aim is to finish under 4 hours, however, this isn’t easily achieved - especially if it is your first time running a race of this distance.

Are there any races longer than a Marathon?

If you’re looking for an even bigger challenge, Ultra Marathons might just be for you. Anything above the traditional 26.2 miles is considered an Ultra Marathon, with common distances including 50k, 100k, 50 miles or 100 miles.